The rumors were for four new teams, (Las Vegas, Seattle, Quebec City, Toronto Burbs) but I can't see it being four brand new teams. Two new ones and two relocations would make sense to me. Just how it all shakes down I have no idea. Who moves, who doesn't, etc. But expansion fees is something the league wants, and there's been talk of trying to get to 32 for a while now. Mathematically it makes good sense for divisions and such. 34 would be a nightmare in that respect. And it's hard to believe that the NHL would become the largest pro league in NA at least in respects of member cities.
I gotta think the Panthers time is limited. Phoenix could be another depending on the timing of the new franchise. But I'm sure they could find another one to move besides those two.
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